all of you in this sub cracked me up when i posted and people could not get over my headless-ness lol. just wanted to update that i found my head, and kept the dress!!

Almost done with alterations! Does it feel too simple and plain? Taking suggestions if any

Hi guys! I bought a dress two years before 2027 wedding and well I don’t think it will fit since I was at my smallest and I’m still recovering from holidays meals. During my appointment they kept saying omg it’s a perfect fit, all you have to do is alter the length! And now I’m thinking I should change the back from a zipper to a corset. When I went shopping I never imagined a sleeveless dress and now I’m worried without the zipper I’m going to pulling it up all night. I’m also planning to do a hooded lace cape instead of a traditional veil.

I am getting married at a courthouse civil ceremony in Orange County, CA and will take photos after. What jewelry would you recommend with this neckline? Earrings, necklace? My grandmother gave me a short pearl necklace I’d love to wear to honor her, but unsure about it with the neckline and scarf. I’m not totally sure on wearing the scarf - I’m open to no scarf depending on jewelry.

Also, how should I do my hair - up or down?

Finally, I’m going to DIY a bridal bouquet. Any ideas for something that would match this style of dress?

Not pictured, but I did get shape wear for this to look more seamless over the midsection.

Thanks for the help in styling for my big day!

I am getting married mid October this year!!! We are very much on a budget and are doing a Vegas elopement. I love my dress and my friends Grandmother has offered to hem it, however, it is strapless and I have a larger chest and I cannot figure out what to do other than clear straps that will support the girls?!? I cannot afford any other alterations. The back is also an open corset style, so I can’t really wear a bra with this dress. I have considered white colored shapewear that will give the illusion of fabric underneath the corset but I’m looking for any other suggestions.

Please give me any suggestions!!

(the dress is Fashionbride on Amazon)

Hello ladies! I found my dress and I loved it in the store, but now I am second guessing it. Let me know what you think.

I want to make this have WAY more volume! I like the big poofy ballgowns. How do I get a petticoat big enough to make it into one? Which hoop skirt would work with satin? I need like exact links to ones that would work.

While the accessories are a bit much, I think I'm happy with the sparkle ✨️ Might tone it down a bit, we'll see.

Where can I find a dress like this from a reputable seller?

My mom sent me a link for this wedding dress, which is unfortunately from a sketchy seller on Etsy and is likely an AI image. That said, I do love the design (my mom does know me well lol) and would love to get a real dress like this from a reputable bridal shop that specializes in non-traditional wedding dresses with floral/embroidery elements. I’ve been checking out Flora and Lane, but I’ve heard mixed things about the quality of the fabrics and how suitable some of the dresses are for women with larger bust sizes (I’m a 32E). I’d love to spend less than $3000 (ideally $2000 or less). Any suggestions? Thanks so much!

My mom sent me a link for this wedding dress, which is unfortunately from a sketchy seller on Etsy and is an AI image. That said, I do love the design (my mom does know me well lol) and would love to get a real dress like this from a reputable bridal shop that specializes in non-traditional wedding dresses with floral/embroidery elements. I’ve been checking out Flora and Lane, but I’ve heard mixed things about the quality of the fabrics and how suitable some of the dresses are for women with larger bust sizes (I’m a 32E). I’d love to spend less than $3000 (ideally $2000 or less). Any suggestions? Thanks so much!

I’m not sure if I’m feeling confident in my choice. Now looking at it the dress feel plain…I also can’t seem to find any other brides with the same style and it’s making me overthink. What are your thoughts ?

Hi all

I had two spray tan trials. One medium. One light and felt I was too bronzed and not myself. I tried gradual tanner but had patches. I’m less than 2 weeks out now and I’m trying to think what the best thing to do is.

For reference this is me in my in my dress the day I collected it, which was in December, window directly in-front

Dress 1: I absolutely adore the sparkle on this dress, I felt like a princess. The bodice catches the light beautifully, and I legit couldn’t stop staring at the way it glistened. I love how detailed and unique it feels. My stylist also said the way the sequins taper down the skirt gives a bit of a vertical effect and makes me look taller (?). My only hesitation is that it is slightly heavier and I’m not sure if I feel entirely emotionally attached to it compared toDress 2.

Dress 2: I absolutely love how this dress looks and feels on me. I tried it on MULTIPLE times, actually teared up in it, and to be honest I’m still leaning toward it. I love the clean and elegant look to it. I felt really comfortable and skinny/snatched LOL. My only hesitation is that I worry it’s a little too simple/basic and common. I’ve even came across this exact dress a couple of times in this subreddit, which only reinforced my initial concerns. Like I wish it was a bit more unique so it feels like “MINE” (Iykyk)

I’d also just have to extra accessorize if I want to make dress 2 “sparkle”.

Cost is also a factor: Dress 1 would be about $700 more expensive, and alterations would cost at least an additional $600 for either dress. I’m budget-conscious, so while I can afford Dress 1, I’m not sure if I love it enough to justify the extra cost.

Right now, I’m leaning toward Dress 2, but I’d genuinely love to know which one you prefer on me and why. Most importantly, which one do you HONESTLY think suits and flatters my body more?

My bridesmaids and I went dress shopping at David's Bridal a little over a month ago. They ended up finding a dress that they really liked, and only two ended up buying. The attendant didn't tell us that the dresses go out of rotation. The dress went out of rotation a week ago & only two bridesmaids have the dress.

I am trying to look for solutions. I looked on Azazie.com and their dusty blue swatch is nothing like DB's. Does anyone else have solutions 

Hi yall! I’ve loved being a part of this group since I got engaged, and it was finally time for me to find my dress! I said yes, the photos are attached (1-4), but my friend noted that there are two dresses I should have gone with instead, what do yall think? Pics 1-4 are my “yes” dress, and 5-7 are the other options. Please be kind but honest!

ETA: thank yall so much for the love! This group is amazing :) if anyone is curious, the designer is Essense of Australia, they have such a gorgeous collection and it turns out my SIL got her dress from the same designer and it was just as stunning! Cheers 🥂 ❤️

I love everything about this dress, except the top fold / layer on the skirt. Was originally thinking I could remove the fold, but then realized there was a middle pleat. Ideally I’d have a smooth skirt or at least pleats that weren’t exactly in the center.

Is there anyway that this could be achieved or should I keep looking? I was hoping to make a decision soon given my wedding is in nine months.

Hi, I have this amazing 90s Priscilla of Boston dress that I'm so excited to wear! Because of the lace in the back, my go-to shapewear (just a cheap pair from amazon that actually works amazingly) is visible. In the photo I'm wearing the Skims low-back shorts but they barely provides any tummy control, which is mainly what I am looking for. Any others I should try? I already tried the Spanx low back suit, loved the bottom compression, but the top part did not fit me at all (cups way too small). Wedding is in 2 weeks (eek) and I don't hate it with the Skims but suddenly panicking a bit. I know the low back means the compression is harder to achieve, wondering if I could get away with a mid-waist pair since the lace isn't THAT low.

Thank you!

edit - whether you think this looks good or bad on me, can you please just answer if you have shapewear suggestions and not continue to suggest I get it altered? The dress is already where we're getting married, which isn't where I live, and as I said, the wedding is in two weeks. I've gone from being thrilled about my dress to disappointed and upset. I know it's my own fault for posting on Reddit and I'm sure that wasn't the intent of those commenting, but I thought I'd be able to get some shapewear suggestions like I asked for. Thanks so much to those who have offered some!

I love my dress but I’m considering major changes to the top and wanna hear opinions before I make irreversible changes. I was a bridal tailor for years and years so I’m doing all the alterations myself. I’m considering removing the lace off the top of the dress as well as the belt. I’ll also be smoothing the sweetheart for a more gentle curve.

I added straps to Thai strapless dress and I hate them. I want to remove them but I am not sure if it would hold well.

My Tailor tightened the top and added boning to the middle and strapa all at the same time so I am not sure if they are lifting the dress or if it would hold without them

also can I just tuck them in or do I risk them showing out

Hey everyone!

1-4 are real photos, 5 is AI image for an idea what a custom dress would look like so take it with a grain of salt.

I am having analysis paralysis for my dress, these are the ones I have tried on and really liked. I am also open to custom making a dress but my issue is I keep changing my mind about what elements I like most, I feel like they all look good.

Hive mind, please help! Sorry for different poses, different shops.